Boeing YAL-1: The Laser-Equipped 747-400F

Exactly 20 years ago today, a modified Boeing 747-400F took its first flight. The only difference? This wasn’t any ordinary 747 freighter meant for intercontinental cargo operations. We’re talking about the United States Air Force’s airborne laser testbed weapons system: the Boeing YAL-1. Let’s take a closer look at what this aircraft does.



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